Crossing off the list satisfaction

Lots of things going on as of late. I finally finished the dreaded chore of cleaning up my room. I went through my closet and created a reality pile....the reality that I will not be fitting into those clothes anytime soon....and gave them to the Goodwill.

Went through all my drawers, my nightstand and cleaned up beside my bed. I am an avid reader. I love to read, particulary in bed. Which translates to I read and read and read till my eyes can't stay open any longer and then I drop the book or magazine off the side onto the floor. Hence the explanation as to why I needed to clean up beside my bed.

I will make an attempt at trying to keep things picked up and not let it get so bad, but I make no promises. However, the elation from conquering the mess was very satisfying. Which reminded me of a list that my friend Cinday had put on one of her blogs. (And if she is reading this, I have always spelt your name that way, even though the A truly does not exist.) She created a 101 List. She sat down and wrote a list of 101 things she would like to do within a period of 1001 days (about 2.75 years). The theory behind the 1001 days is to beat procrastination by setting a deadline that is realistic. If you click here, you can read about her list. She has accomplished so many of the items on her list. It is very inspiring!

Ever since I stumbled across her list, I have always wanted to make my own. Why I waited so long is beyond me. So, here I am. I am going to work on my own list. Perhaps this is something that you might benefit from as well?

Or maybe you would enjoy making a list of 101 things that make you happy?

Either way, whatever you choose to do will require setting a goal and working toward it. I read this great article about 5 ways to set your goals in stone. Click here if you'd like to read it too.